Homedit.com Interior Design & Architecture Inspiration Newsletter

Furniture and Art Combination by Jon Brooks
Quartz Wash Basins from Giquadro
Playful House With Slide by Level Architects
Ways to Save Money Buying Appliances
Amazing Pirate Ship Bedroom Design by Steve Kuhl
Home Office Design Tips For Small Spaces
Elegant Minimalist Kitchen by Cesar
How to Measure Blinds for Windows and Doors?
17 Contemporary Kitchen Design Ideas
Beautiful Yardmasters Building by McBride Charles Ryan

Furniture and Art Combination by Jon Brooks

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 11:07 AM PST

Many times those who design the pieces of furniture are also artists and they have a special vision on things and then they use this vision in their works, showing their inspiration in the things they do, they design. Jon Brooks is the perfect example of such an artist, as he creates unique pieces of furniture that reflect his visions, too. Look at this sphere stool or this original contorted ladder or the unusual combination of chair and ladder instead of back rest. Or the unique support for the candles, the menorrah. He combines in a fortunate way craftsmanship, inventiveness and poetic art.

Most of all I admire his ability to use the the elements inspired from nature and turn them into components of his furniture creations. All the twisted branches of the ladder and of the chairs remind you of the tree branches and everything seems so natural , even though unusual. It’s like walking along a deserted beach or in the woods.

Quartz Wash Basins from Giquadro

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 10:44 AM PST

Usually the bathroom wash basin is a bit small, just enough to allow us to wash our hands and face. We never regard it as an expensive piece for the home or as something that could be luxurious. But if you want to have a special wash basin , something that is unique and special and also looks really nice, then you can buy yourself a quartz wash basin from Giquardo. This wash basin is really special because it is made of a special material: granite natural stone in combination with composite quartz.

These nice looking wash basins are not round or oval like most other basins, but their shape is square, which gives them the name, as the Italian for square is “quadro”. Another unusual and interesting thing is that these wash basins are sculpted from a single block of stone, the precious granite I mentioned before. Of course the material is pretty expensive which makes the wash basin expensive, too, but it is worth it as it’s singular and special and makes your bathroom a special place

Playful House With Slide by Level Architects

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 10:01 AM PST

Here we go another house with slide designed by a Yokohama-based atelier Level Architects.It’s a three-storey family residence that features a continuous circulation route that utilizes both stairs and the playground equipment.On the ground level there is a ball pen, which is part of the living room.Strange at this house is that the bedroom and bathroom can be found on the top floor despite a Japanese-style room and home office are also located at ground level.

Ways to Save Money Buying Appliances

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 07:52 AM PST

Are you moving into your new house and need to buy new appliances? Or you are tired of your old dryer or washer and desperately need an upgrade? Well, home appliances are unquestionably the necessities of a home. They are designed to assist us in our daily household chores and make our lives easier. However, appliances are also known to be highly expensive regardless whether one buys a top end model or a cheap one. As a result, saving money when buying new appliances is a common goal shared by chores of people across the globe.

Here are some useful tips to save money when buying appliances –

Look for older models – newer models are launched every day, as a result the older models are treated outdated and are marked down as a measure to clear off inventories. Buying old models is a great way to make potential savings.

Combine function and try to purchase multifunction models – while this does apply for all appliances but in certain cases, you can find multifunction models efficiently performing each and every function. For instance, instead of buying a washer and dryer separate, buying a washer cum dryer. This way the number of appliances to be brought is reduced and savings are made.

Dent and scratch appliances – Most of the retailers have a stock of appliances that have been sustained with few scratches or dent while in transit or merely lying in the showroom. These damaged pieces can easily be brought for attractive bargains. However, ensure that the damage in terms of scratches or dent is superficial and does not affect the performance of the appliance.

Look for discounts and offers – different brands and manufacturers promote varied discounts and offers from time to time. The offers promoted can be in terms of money, freebies and extra goods also.

Package deals – if you are completely renovating your kitchen, and you need to buy several appliances then do not purchase each piece from the cheapest place. Instead, consider them purchasing from one store and ask for a package deal. Negotiate the package deal to make potential savings.

Ask for free delivery or shipping – Many retailers charge extra for delivery or shipping so asking for free delivery or shipping shall allow saving few dollars. In addition, most of the retailers do not hesitate to offer free delivery if requested.

Amazing Pirate Ship Bedroom Design by Steve Kuhl

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 06:22 AM PST

Steve Kuhl transformed a bedroom into a ultimate pirate adventure.This amazing design feature a unique pirate theme which can be accessed from a hole in the wall,who takes you sliding down a slide to a comfortable pillow in the pirate bedroom.There is a pirate ship high on the ceiling which can be reached through a wooden rope bridge.The ship was carefully created:"We used 2×12 ribs to construct the hull of the ship, covering them with layers of 1/2 inch plywood to act as the planking. Our genius faux finisher developed a bomb-proof blend of plaster and epoxy with integrated colouring to simulate an old ship's hull."{via freshome}

Home Office Design Tips For Small Spaces

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 06:00 AM PST

Thanks to the internet allowing more of us to work from home, home offices have become a really popular form of home renovation over the past decade. Setting out a separate office space in your home has many benefits.Keeping work papers and equipment in a dedicated room or office space helps to keep your important work documents safe and helps to de-clutter your home space. Having your own dedicated workspace presents a more professional image to clients and colleagues, and your productivity levels can improve when you have somewhere where you can work in peace.

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So if you're thinking of creating an office area within your home, or dedicating a whole room or outbuilding to your work, what do you need to consider? With larger spaces, it really helps to draw out a room plan first. Take into consideration all of the furniture, storage space and equipment you're going to need. Having lots of items bunched into one area can make your office room look cramped and cluttered, so try to keep things evenly spaced. A handy tip to achieve this is to draw a line down the centre of your floor plan and arrange furniture equally on both sides of the divide.

If you're short on space, it can help to set your office area up against a wall. This way you can fit shelving in the office area, creating as much storage space as possible without using up valuable floor space. Decorative screens are another great way to section off your office area in a small space, keeping your work and home space separate.

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Use the space you have creatively. Perhaps you have a hall cupboard, guest bedroom closet or under-stairs area that you can use for office purposes. With the clever use of shelving and space-efficient office furniture, you'll be surprised at just how much you can fit into a restricted space.When it comes to office furniture, look for desks with under-desk storage for your PC, files and computer equipment like printers and scanners to give you as much free desktop space as possible.

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As for home office décor, you want to create a relaxing space where you can concentrate on your work. Stick to clean pastel shades that won't distract you. You can add touches of colour with prints, curtains, cushions and plants. Keeping plants in your home office space not only helps to keep the air clear, but bringing in a touch of nature can be very relaxing too.Make sure that you have sufficient lighting, and try to arrange your office layout around your existing power sockets to avoid unsightly cables trailing across your work area.When shopping for office furniture and materials, you can save yourself time and money by shopping at specialist office supply stores.

Elegant Minimalist Kitchen by Cesar

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 02:38 AM PST

Usually everybody dreams of a spacious kitchen, a place where you can feel comfortable and which should inspire you for all your cooking moments.

In reality most of the kitchens do not occupy a large space. They tend to assure you all the necessary kitchen equipment, to make you find all you need easily in one place so that your activity can develop more quickly and you can gain more time for you.Cesar is a designer who combines the idea of spacious with that of a small and comfortable kitchen.He presents you an elegant, minimalist kitchen where its modern furniture is adjustable to the space of kitchen and creates the illusion of spacious.

It is a beautiful, red kitchen where everything is set at the right place and you have all the necessary space for your cooking activity so that nothing can bother you. It is a kitchen which should create an appropriate atmosphere for pleasant moments of cooking.

How to Measure Blinds for Windows and Doors?

Posted: 04 Mar 2011 02:02 AM PST

With the advent of blinds for windows and doors, the trend has literally revolutionized the home décor sector. Blinds for the windows and doors can impart a room with a great look, provide privacy and also allow light to travel in. It is doubtless that blinds are much more than a method of a window dressing.

However, in order to enjoy the amazing benefits proffered by the blinds, they need to be correctly selected. And the most intriguing factor of the correct selection is the correct measurements. The correct measurements shall give the room a distinct look and effect.

Here is a list of instructions to assist you take the exact measurements for the blinds –

For inside mounting –

- With the help of a measuring tape, the inside width of the window frame needs to be measured. Note down the measurement. Repeat this for process in different places (minimum 2 places) of the windows as a difference in widths is a common feature.

- Secondly, you need to measure the inside height of the window frame. Note down the measurement. Like the width, repeat this for height also, and measure the height from different places (minimum 2 places) as there might be a height difference too.

- From the three width measurements procured, select the shortest measurement and round it off to the nearest 1/8 inch.

- From the three height measurements procured, select the longest measurement and round it again to the nearest 1/8 inch.

For outside mounting –

- Measure the width of the window frame from right to left. Add another four to five inches to it for maximum privacy and light block in.

- Measure the height of the window frame from top to bottom. Add another three to four inches to it to allow sufficient space for the brackets to be mounted above the opening.

For sliding doors –

- Measure the inside width of the door unit. Generally, this measurement is 72 inches, but it may vary also. It is always best to round off the measurement to the nearest 1/8 inch.

- Measure the height of the sliding door frame. The standard measurement is 82 inches but again this may vary. If, desired, the measurement can also be taken from above the door unit.

- If more privacy is required, another three to four inches should be added to the width measurements.

17 Contemporary Kitchen Design Ideas

Posted: 03 Mar 2011 02:49 PM PST

I come back with 17 Contemporary Kitchen Design Ideas that can inspire you.But don’t forget to look over the rest of 50 Modern Kitchen Designs Inspiration.Enjoy!

Next 9 Contemporary Kinchen Designs are from Dadaweb a Italian company!

Beautiful Yardmasters Building by McBride Charles Ryan

Posted: 03 Mar 2011 02:04 PM PST

Jewels have always attracted their attention upon them. Their beautiful design, shape and impressive value are things which characterize them and which we will always pay attention to them.

The Yardmasters Building, designed by the Australian Architecture Studio- McBride Charles Ryan resembles to a beautiful jewel. Its beautiful exterior design contrasts with its industrious environment where it is situated and also its function. It is a building which houses the operational offices of Melbourne's Southern Railway Station.

It is made of a metallic material and glass and its windows resemble some beautiful stars which are arranged as some symmetric flowers which provide appropriate views and let the natural light to come inside.

The Yardmasters building is a nice piece of architecture which will impress everyone who will notice it because you cannot miss such a nice oasis of beauty in the middle of this industrious environment.